I just saw my dream house come on the market, my house isn't even up for sale, do I have a shot?

[december2020]

Literally the dream forever house!

My house isn't on the market yet (market was so slow) but I could show intent and how serious I am by moving very swiftly to get everything in order and get it on the market asap. I have been transparent with the estate agent on this and we have a viewing this week.

I'm already getting papers in order and getting a quote for a painter decorator to get the house ready.

I wouldn't need to increase my mortgage, but would need to port it, my lender allows this - I checked.
I'm calling them tomorrow to chat through any other criteria needed etc. and will set up an appointment.

I know it's a long shot, but do I have the slightest chance that this could pan out?

Congratulations! We are in a similar situation - saw the house in July, offer accepted on the basis of us being under offer within 3 weeks which we did! - but still at fairly early stages and a bit of a chain, so 🤞🤞

@december2020 we have exchanged today!! Finally! It has been a long and stressful slog but we can actually start to pack in earnest now - 2.5 weeks to go!!

Aah good luck and keeping my fingers crossed that it all goes smoothly!!

The house is of greater value than our old one, but we were lucky to be able to pay the difference and didn't need to increase our mortgage. So this one has much more space and everyone seems to have settled in well.

That's fantastic news @Buttons0522 !! I'm so pleased for you! Are you excited ?

@december2020 thats absolutely fabulous! Congratulations

Delighted for you @december2020.
Wishing you happy times in your new home.

I'm just reading through this thread for the first time - it's amazing to see how it all unfolded, and brilliant outcome OP. (You sound super efficient!)

Hope you have many happy years together in your new home. 🏡